STCW Course

(Standards of Training, Certification & Watchkeeping)

Approved by Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping), Government of India

Programme Pattern

Course Duration: Varies depending on the course module (typically from a few days to a few weeks)

Phase 1 – Classroom & Practical Training

Candidates undergo theoretical and practical maritime safety training at DG Shipping-approved STCW institutes. The training includes classroom sessions, practical demonstrations, simulator-based learning, firefighting drills, sea survival techniques, and emergency response exercises.

Phase 2 – Practical Safety Assessment

Candidates participate in hands-on practical assessments to demonstrate competency in firefighting, personal survival techniques, safety awareness, first aid, and emergency response procedures as per international maritime regulations.

Phase 3 – Certification

Upon successful completion of training and assessments, candidates are awarded DG Shipping-approved STCW certifications, which are mandatory for joining merchant vessels and pursuing careers in the maritime industry.

Course Overview

STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping) courses are mandatory maritime safety training programmes designed for aspiring seafarers and existing maritime professionals. These courses equip candidates with essential skills in personal safety, firefighting, survival techniques, shipboard security, and emergency preparedness, ensuring compliance with international maritime safety standards.

Marine Career Academy provides complete guidance and admission assistance for essential STCW certifications, helping candidates begin or continue successful careers in the Merchant Navy, cruise ships, offshore vessels, and international shipping sectors.

STCW Courses Offered

Basic Safety Training (BST)

Mandatory training covering fire prevention, personal survival techniques, elementary first aid, and personal safety & social responsibilities.

STSDSD (Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties)

Training focused on ship security awareness, threat identification, emergency response, and onboard safety procedures.

RPST (Refresher Personal Survival Techniques)

A refresher programme designed to update seafarers on survival techniques and emergency preparedness at sea.

RFPFF (Refresher Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting)

Advanced refresher training covering fire prevention methods, firefighting equipment handling, and emergency fire response onboard ships.

Entry Requirements

Age

Minimum 17.5 Years (varies depending on the course and institute requirements)

Educational Qualification

• 10th or 12th Pass from a recognized board (depending on course eligibility)
• Valid documents as per DG Shipping requirements

Medical Standards

Candidates must be medically fit for sea service as per Merchant Navy medical standards:

• Physically fit for maritime training
• Good eyesight (requirements may vary by course)
• No major medical restrictions for sea service

English Proficiency

Basic understanding of English communication is preferred as maritime training and shipboard communication are conducted in English.

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